nonrenewable
nonrenewable Lexical Profile
nonrenewable Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Relating to a natural resource or source of energy, such as coal, oil, or natural gas, that exists in finite amounts and cannot be readily replaced by natural means at a pace quick enough to keep up with consumption.
"Many nations are investing heavily in solar and wind power to reduce their reliance on nonrenewable fossil fuels."
Incapable of being extended, reissued, or made valid for an additional period after expiration, especially regarding a contract, lease, license, or grant.
"The visiting scholar was awarded a two-year, nonrenewable fellowship at the research institute."
• noun
A natural resource or energy source, such as petroleum, coal, or natural gas, that cannot be readily replenished once depleted (usually used in the plural).
"The global energy sector is gradually shifting its capital away from nonrenewables toward clean technology."